iWrite Formative Assessment /Brief 2
Name:
Learning
Outcomes
Performance indicators/ Assessment criteria
Achievement above
required standard
D
1. Composes
text that
explores the
interface
between
writing and
new media.
Identifies
concepts and
generic
conventions
related to new
media writing
practices
Minimum Standard
Composes sufficient text to explore and develop ideas. Shows an emerging awareness of
style, context, audience expectation, and the softwares and platforms used. Shows an
emerging awareness of related generic conventions. Texts are generally comprehensible and
well-presented.
High Standard
Composes texts that coherently explore, develop and communicate ideas/issues being
addressed as part of a wider global blogging process. Shows a command of style, context,
audience expectation, and the softwares and platforms used. Composes using media in ways
consistent with their related generic conventions. Texts are consistently comprehensible and
show an effective text/image interface.
2. Researches,
analyses and
references
information
related to new
media writing
practices
Minimum Standard
Researches into texts, contexts and concepts central to writing practices. Responds to,
analyses and critiques specified readings. Shows an understanding of referencing and linking
conventions (textual and hypertextual).
3. Actively
interacts
(online and
offline) with
peers and
lecturers
Minimum Standard
Analyses own work, and the work of others of others. Contributes to online comments (as
identified in the briefs) and participates in group-analytical discussions. Discusses the
appropriateness and effectiveness of the texts being produced and the processes being used.
Discusses work with lecturers.
High Standard
Researches widely into texts, contexts and concepts central to writing practices and other
related contexts relevant to own work as it develops. Responds to, analyses and critiques
specified texts. Makes, and acts upon, generalizations identified. Uses appropriate referencing
and linking conventions (textual and hypertextual).
C
B
minimum
Questions
A
Is the blog 800-1000 words in total?
Is the main argument clearly stated at the beginning?
Is each section of the blog relevant in supporting the main
argument?
Is this relevance explicitly stated in each section?
Does the argument apply standards of critical thinking?
Does the argument avoid logical fallacies?
Are visuals incorporated into the blog?
Do the hyperlinks clearly support claims in the argument?
Is the written language consistently comprehensible?
Are there at least 10 hyperlinks to supporting evidence?
Do the 10 hyperlinks reflect a variety of reliable sources?
Are links to the 10 sources presented in a separate post
on the blog?
Are 5 of the 10 the hyperlinks listed in an APA-style
reference list at the end of the blog?
Are any direct quotes clearly acknowledged using
quotation marks?
Is Wikipedia or another on-line dictionary linked to no
more than once?
Has the blogger made comments on at least 5 other
blogs?
Are these comments in-depth discussions of the
concepts/arguments in others’ blogs?
High Standard
Critically analyses and discusses own work and the work of others in relation to concept,
context, media and process. As a result of this, makes selective decisions in order to enhance
focus of own texts and effectiveness of process. Actively seeks critical feedback and engages
with analytical/critical discussion in groups, with lecturers, and online.
4. Manages
time and
resources
effectively
and cooperatively
within the
writing studio
context
Minimum Standard
Uses resources, equipment and facilities appropriately. Attends regularly and produces
sufficient quantities of work to effectively engage with the brief. Works with respect for others,
and adheres to School or Language protocols.
High Standard
Develops a good work habit by attending consistently, organizing resources, and producing
work that effectively meets the requirements of the brief. Works cooperatively, with respect for
others and observes writing studio protocols. Attends all timetabled events
Has the blogger attended every iWrite studio session?
Has the blogger attended every iWrite lecture?
Was the first blog entry posted before Friday, week 6
Were the first comments on others’ blogs posted before
Friday, week 7?
Tick
off
each
criterion